Buyer - Edmonton, AB
External
Heidelbergmaterials · Edmonton, Ab, CanadaContractOn-siteToday
SAP
Prepare for this interview
EliteAI-generated questions, company research, and talking points tailored to this role
About the role
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
Responsibilities
- Source and procure materials, supplies, and services to support plant and operational needs across assigned region and partner locations
- Issue, track, and manage purchase orders to ensure timely, accurate fulfillment across multiple sites
- Collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, and logistics teams in Seattle, Vancouver, and Edmonton to align purchasing with demand
- Monitor inventory levels and support optimization efforts to ensure uninterrupted operations across locations
- Evaluate and manage suppliers based on quality, service, cost, and reliability, ensuring consistency
- Resolve purchasing issues, including delivery discrepancies, pricing concerns, and returns, in coordination with site stakeholders
- Maintain accurate procurement records and support reporting requirements across all three locations
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within supply chain and procurement processes, driving standardization and efficiency across the region
- What Are We Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in technical, economic, financial, or business field preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing and contract management in manufacturing/production or construction preferred.
- Proficiency in SAP/Ariba and MS Office applications preferred.
- Strong understanding of procurement, purchasing, and supply chain principles.
- Ability to analyze data, compare options, and make informed buying decisions.
- Clear and professional communication skills with internal teams and external suppliers.
Benefits
Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.Industry leading benefits package, including health, dental, and wellnessPension plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions and RRSP optionsOpportunities for training, development, and career growth within a global organizationHeidelberg Materials welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Health insuranceDental insurance
Additional Information
Line of Business: Service & Support Pay Range: $78,070.00 - $104,076.66
Your Match
How well this role fits your profile.
Company Intel
What employees say
Worked at heidelbergmaterials? Share your experience